Not Just Another Pretty Radish

A showy variety of locally-grown daikon radish has recently arrived on our produce shelves! Purple Daikon radishes are easy to spot because of their pretty, lavender-colored exterior. When you slice these large tubular beauties into thin circles, you will notice an incredible, vibrant purple & white tie-dye design inside.

However, purple daikon is not just another pretty radish, it has great flavor appeal too. They’re very sweet and mild, without that spicy sharp bite you can expect from other varieties. Plus, they’re super easy to peel using a paring knife or vegetable peeler.

Try adding shredded daikon to your favorite coleslaw recipe, or pickle them. You can also just simply slice and and lay out on a tray, and serve with dipping hummus. Get creative with salads by adding them cubed or sliced to salads for a colorful presentation. If you would like to make something on the exotic side, check out this Radish and Carrot Kimchi recipe from Co-op, Stronger Together.